Chelsea have positioned themselves as frontrunners to secure the signature of former academy graduate Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace during the January transfer window according to GiveMeSport. The 24-year-old defender, who left Stamford Bridge in 2021 for £18 million, has grown into an influential Premier League centre-back and England international.
Chelsea’s pursuit comes at an opportune time, with rivals Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Manchester United showing reduced interest this window.
Chelsea’s defensive struggles, marked by injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoît Badiashile, have prompted head coach Enzo Maresca to prioritise defensive recruitment. While the club recently recalled Argentine defender Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors, Maresca believes additional defensive strength is crucial for the team’s success.
Last summer, Crystal Palace valued Guehi at £75 million, rejecting Newcastle United’s offers reaching £65 million.
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